Nabarangpur, Jan, 22: A preparatory meeting for the District-Level Employment Fair 2025–26 was held today at the local OSWAN VC Hall, under the chairmanship of District Collector Dr. Maheshwar Swain. During the meeting, District Skill Development and Employment Officer Anand Chandra Palai briefed the participants about the employment fair. It was informed that more than 15 project implementing agencies and over 30 employers will take…
Cleanliness Drive Conducted at Baipariguda CHC
Baipariguda, Jan, 22: A cleanliness drive was carried out at the Baipariguda Community Health Centre (CHC), in which Block Programme Manager (BPM) Hemraj Panigrahi actively participated along with the sanitation workers. He worked side by side with the sweepers, assisting them in the cleaning activities and helping load the garbage onto waste-collection vehicles. Speaking on the occasion, he said that the community health centre is…
Koraput Bus Stand to Get a New Look; Rs91 Crore Approved
Koraput, Jan, 22: The Koraput bus stand is set to be redeveloped with a new and modern look, similar to the Baramunda Bus Stand in Bhubaneswar. An amount of Rs91 crore has been approved for this project. Koraput MLA Raghuram Machh informed that the construction work will begin after the completion of the tender process. The Koraput bus stand was constructed about 32 years ago.…
Inter-College Volleyball Tournament Concludes at Kotpad
Kotpad, January 22, The inter-college level volleyball tournament being held at the Kotpad College campus has concluded successfully. The two-day tournament was sponsored by the Sports Council of Vikram Dev University, in which teams from 14 colleges participated. At the inaugural ceremony, Kotpad MLA Rupu Bhatra attended as the chief guest, while B. P. Singh, Joint Secretary of the Sports Council, and Vinayak Acharya, district…
Preparatory Meeting Held for District-Level Employment Fair 2025–26
Nabarangpur, Jan, 22: A preparatory meeting for the District-Level Employment Fair 2025–26 was held today at the local OSWAN VC Hall, under the chairmanship of District Collector Dr. Maheshwar Swain. During the meeting, District Skill Development and Employment Officer Anand Chandra Palai provided detailed information about the employment fair. It was informed that more than 15 project implementing agencies and over 30 employers will participate…
Number of Polling Booths in the State Increased by Another 7,000
Bhubaneswar, Jan, 22: The number of polling booths in the state has been increased further. An additional 7,000 polling booths have been created. Earlier, there were about 36,000 booths, which has now been increased to nearly 43,000 booths. Preparations have been underway for the implementation of SIR (Special Intensive Revision) in Odisha for the past five months. Booth-level officers (BLOs) have been appointed at all polling…
Newly Constructed Bus Stand Inaugurated at Kodinga
Kodinga, Jan, 22: A newly constructed bus stand at Kodinga in Nabarangpur district was inaugurated virtually by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi. The bus stand has been constructed at a cost of ₹30 lakh and has been named the Atal Bus Stand. On the occasion of the inauguration ceremony at Kodinga, Kosagumuda BDO Ashish Tripathy, district BJP president Kunj Bihari Das, former Nabarangpur MP Parshuram…
The New Language of Menswear: When Patchwork Becomes Precision
Jaipur, Jan 21: Menswear is undergoing a quiet yet meaningful transformation. Moving beyond rigid norms of uniformity and restraint, today’s modern man is embracing clothing that reflects individuality, craftsmanship, and intent. At the centre of this evolution is a refined reinterpretation of patchwork — not as ornamentation, but as precision-driven design. Leading this shift is Pleyne, a contemporary menswear brand known for its thoughtful approach…
Samir Jasuja Hikes Stake in P.E. Analytics to Nearly 75 Percent
Promoter and Managing Director of P.E. Analytics Ltd, Samir Jasuja, has increased his shareholding in the company by about 3.1 percentage points, following an on-market purchase of equity shares, according to a regulatory filing made with the National Stock Exchange on January 20. The disclosure was made under Regulation 30 of the SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements. Prior to the transaction, Jasuja, who is part…
The Hosteller scales rapidly in 2025, driven by inventory expansion and strong repeat demand
New Delhi, Jan 21: The Hosteller, India’s largest backpacker hostel chain, announced strong growth in 2025, driven by inventory expansion, rising repeat demand, and an increasing share of direct bookings. During January–December 2025, the brand added 2,100 new beds, a 72% year-on-year increase in bed inventory, and expanded its footprint to 5,100 beds across 72 hostels in 56 cities. In total, the company added 19 new hostels, marking a 25% growth in…
Perfios Achieves ISO/IEC 42001:2023 Certification for Artificial Intelligence Management System
Bengaluru, Jan 21: Perfios.ai, India’s leading B2B SaaS TechFin, today announced that it has been certified with ISO/IEC 42001:2023 – world’s first Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS) standard. Perfios is among the few BFSI-technology companies globally to attain this internationally recognized standard for its responsible AI-based solutions. ISO/IEC 42001:2023 certification is an internationally recognized standard for Artificial Intelligence Management Systems (AIMS) and is awarded following a…
Awfis Becomes First Coworking Brand in India to Achieve Three Simultaneous WELL Accolades
Awfis, India’s largest flexible workspace provider, in partnership with the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI)—the global authority advancing health in buildings, organisations, and communities—today announced a major milestone in creating healthier, safer, and more inclusive workplaces for India’s coworking workforce. Through the WELL at Scale pathway, Awfis has achieved: WELL Health-Safety Rating across 35 locations nationwide WELL Equity Rating across 35 locations nationwide WELL Coworking…
Mankind Pharma Inaugurates Digital Smart Classrooms, Advancing Community-First Education Under KindCare.
New Delhi, Jan 21: Mankind Pharma Limited has inaugurated Digital Smart Classrooms across government schools in Uttar Pradesh as part of its CSR platform, KindCare, marking a continued expansion of the company’s social investment beyond healthcare delivery. The initiative has enabled 460 digital classrooms across 400 government schools, supporting technology-led learning in underserved communities. While healthcare remains central to Mankind Pharma’s CSR strategy, the Digital Smart Classroom Initiative reflects a broader focus on strengthening education…
Care.fi, Backed by Peak XV, Acquires Aldun to Deliver a Unified, Patient-First Discharge Experience at National Scale
New Delhi, Jan 21: Care.fi, a healthcare-focused fintech founded by Vikrant Agrawal and Sidak Singh, today announced its acquisition of Aldun, a discharge-automation platform recognized for enabling near-instant, 10-minute patient discharges. Aldun currently supports around 10,000 discharges per month across hospital networks including Aster, Apollo, Manipal, Sir Ganga Ram, Fortis, KIMS, Narayana, and Cloudnine, impacting over 1 lakh lives and saving hospitals more than 10 lakh…
Currency Stability Key to Sustaining Foreign Investor Confidence in India
By: Sachin Sawrikar, Founder and Managing Partner, Artha Bharat Investment Managers Currency volatility continues to hinder foreign investment into India, particularly for global investors assessing risk-adjusted returns. While India’s long-term growth prospects remain robust, abrupt currency fluctuations significantly erode returns when repatriated to foreign currencies, diminishing India’s competitiveness against other emerging markets. Long-term investors face compressed yields from elevated hedging costs, while short-term investors encounter…
“Satin Creditcare Network Ltd. announces Acquisition of Majority Stake in QTrino Labs Private Limited via Satin Technologies Ltd.”
Satin Creditcare Network Limited (“SCNL”) today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Satin Technologies Limited (“STL”), has entered into a Share Subscription-cum-Shareholders Agreement on January 17, 2026, to acquire up to 76.40% equity stake in QTrino Labs Private Limited (“QTrino”), in one or more tranches. QTrino Labs, an IIT-incubated deep-tech cybersecurity startup, is engaged in the development of cost-effective, cutting-edge, quantum-safe security solutions for enterprises…
INOX India Calls for Budget Support to Boost LNG Adoption in Freight Transport
By: Mr. Deepak Acharya, CEO, INOX India Limited “As India intensifies its focus on cleaner and more efficient freight mobility, we look forward to the upcoming Union Budget recognizing LNG as a critical transition fuel for long-haul transportation. While LNG trucks offer significant economic and environmental advantages, their adoption continues to face challenges such as higher upfront vehicle costs, limited refueling infrastructure, and fuel pricing…
Global Wind Capacity Expected to Cross 2 TW by 2030, driving economic growth: GWEC
Switzerland, Davos, Jan 21: New figures from the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) show 2025’s record new capacity installed was driven by accelerated growth across Asia. India set a new national record of 6.3 GW installed last year, while Europe has delivered another 16.5 GW of new capacity – 5 GW more than was installed in 2024. In the United States more than 7 GW…
Real Estate Leaders Outline Key Expectations from Union Budget 2026
Shrinivas Rao, FRICS, CEO, Vestian “The Union Budget 2026 should prioritise strengthening India’s economic fundamentals to effectively navigate global uncertainties. Accelerated development of tier-2 cities through enhanced infrastructure and improved connectivity with major urban centres is imperative and will require increased private sector participation. Granting industry status to real estate would improve access to institutional financing and catalyse private investment. Further, monetising government land, refining…
Popees Baby Care opens first store in Maharashtra
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, January 21: Popees Baby Care, a leading baby care products retailer, has marked another milestone with the opening of its 103rd store at Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar and its very first in Maharashtra. With eyes firmly on the future, Popees is gearing up for its next phase of expansion. The brand plans to strengthen its presence beyond South India and across the GCC countries, with 25…
India TV Conclave: Environment Minister and Delhi CM Outline Measures to Cut Pollution
New Delhi, Jan 21: At India TV’s daylong conclave “Pollution Ka Solution”, Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav and Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta highlighted ongoing and upcoming initiatives to reduce air and water pollution in Delhi NCR. Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav on Air Quality Minister Yadav noted that the number of days with AQI above 400 in Delhi NCR has fallen from 16 days…